Uncle Si of 'Duck Dynasty' stops by Fort Hood for book signing

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Si Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" cast member and author of the book, "Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty's Favorite Uncle," signs his recently released book Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the Clear Creek Main Exchange at Fort Hood.

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Fans of Si Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" cast member and author of the book, "Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty's Favorite Uncle," take photos during his arrival to his book signing Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the Clear Creek Main Exchange at Fort Hood.

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Si Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" cast member and author of the book, "Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty's Favorite Uncle," signs his recently released book Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the Clear Creek Main Exchange at Fort Hood.

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Fans of Si Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" cast member and author of the book, "Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty's Favorite Uncle," wait for his arrival Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the Clear Creek Main Exchange at Fort Hood.

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Fans of Si Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" cast member and author of the book, "Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty's Favorite Uncle," take photos during his book signing Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the Clear Creek Main Exchange at Fort Hood.

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Fans of Si Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" cast member and author of the book, "Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty's Favorite Uncle," wait in line during his book signing Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the Clear Creek Main Exchange at Fort Hood.

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Fans of Si Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" cast member and author of the book, "Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty's Favorite Uncle," take photos during his arrival Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the Clear Creek Main Exchange at Fort Hood.

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Si Robertson, “Duck Dynasty” cast member and author of the book, “Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty’s Favorite Uncle,” signs his recently released book Nov. 13 at the Clear Creek Main Exchange.

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Fans of Si Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" cast member and author of the book, "Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty's Favorite Uncle," stand in line during his book signing Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the Clear Creek Main Exchange at Fort Hood.

'Duck Dynasty' book signing

Si Robertson, "Duck Dynasty" cast member and author of the book, "Si-cology 1: Tales and Wisdom from Duck Dynasty's Favorite Uncle," signs his recently released book Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the Clear Creek Main Exchange at Fort Hood.

Her family watches the show together each week, appreciating the family values the cast exudes.

“He’s down to earth,” she said. “They’re all really good role models.”

Fans of all ages, many decked out in camouflage and “Duck Dynasty” T-shirts, waited patiently for their chance to get close to Robertson.

The bearded star, a Vietnam veteran, walked into the exchange food court to cheers from the crowd, holding his signature Tupperware cup and jug of iced tea.

The line moved quickly as fans had their books signed.

Ashley Wheale, a military spouse, waited in line for about an hour and a half, to get a book signed for her father for Christmas.

“He’s a big fan,” she said. The signing was the perfect gift to surprise her dad with this year.

Waiting outside the shopping center, veteran Scott Roethler could almost be mistaken for a cast member himself, with his long beard and hunting attire. He described how much he likes what the show stands for.

“In today’s society, we’ve had enough negative reality,” he said. “Family values are one of the few things you don’t see on TV anymore.”

As the afternoon wore on, the crowd never waned, and Robertson was left with mementos and well wishes from countless fans.